Overhere (Netherlands) we can kicked out all and any OD hobies and not notice much difference. Of the Hobies that are active 80 % is Tiger F18 = not to be mistaken by Tiger OD.

Hobie 16 attendence is a joke. In 100 to 200 boats we typically see less then 10 Hobie 16's. Only Texel sees large turn-out in Hobie 16's, although large here still means being 4rd of 5th biggest class. 95 % of them are tour sailors and not racers.

One could say that Hobie OD decision backfired overhere. It was already on the decline but this decision pretty much assured its fate.

Mind you the Hobie sailors that are now without a real home are welcomed in to the open class fleets and we appreciate having them here. The more the marrier. Just don't mention IHCA decision to go at it alone. Sense of humour only foes so far, you know.

Wouter